Promoting global health, fitness and well-being

Tag: Infection

What is AID The Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (sometimes called “Slim Disease”) caused By retrovirus {HIV}which break down the body immune system leaving the victim vulnerable to host of life threatening opportunistic infections, neurological disorders are unusual malignancies. Advertisements

Diaper Rash or Nappy Rash is a common phrase used for skin rashes in the diaper area that are caused by a variety of skin disorders and irritants. Rash or Irritant Diaper Dermatitis (IDD) is distinguished by joined patches of erythema and scaling mainly seen on the convex surfaces, with the skin folds spared. Diaper… Read More Diaper Rash Treatment

Overview of Blood Infection (Sepsis) Sepsis refers to a bacterial infection in the bloodstream or body tissues. Sepsis (blood poisoning) is a severe medical condition and can be a deadly infection. Septicemia is an interrelated medical term referring to the presence of pathogenic organisms in the bloodstream, leading to sepsis. Sepsis is caused by the immune… Read More Blood Infection or Sepsis

Lyme Disease is an illness caused by the bacterium, Borreliaburgdorferi. Bacterial infection can be passed by the bite of an infected tick. Tick bites often go unnoticed and the tick can remain feeding for several days before dropping off. The longer the tick is in place, the higher the risk of it passing on the infection.… Read More Lyme Disease

Chickenpox Overview Chickenpox is a very infectious infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It causes a blister-like rash, itching, tiredness, and fever. Chickenpox can be grave, particularly in babies, adults, and people with damaged immune systems. It multiplies easily from contaminated people to others who have never had chickenpox or received the chickenpox vaccine.… Read More Chickenpox – Can emerge later to cause shingles

Sinus Infection Overview The Sinuses are air-filled spaces found in the bones of the head and face. Sinuses start developing before you are born and some of them keep growing until you’re about 20. There are four pairs of sinuses, or eight in all. They are located on either side of the nose in your… Read More Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)